Nottingham Forest boss Chris Hughton is not surprised James Garner has adapted so quickly to life at Nottingham Forest.
The Manchester United loanee has impressed in his first three appearances with the Reds to help the club keep up their good form.
Asked if he was shocked to see Garner make an immediate impact, Hughton said: "Probably not so surprised. This is a player that played the first half of the season, not all of the games, at Watford.
"They wouldn't have played him in the team in quite a few consecutive games just because they've taken him on loan.
"They would have put him in the team because he'd done well enough. So it's not such a big surprise. I am really delighted for him though. It's a really good education for him at his age playing at this level in this type of competition."
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Hughton 'gets it right almost every time'
Ian Holloway says Chris Hughton is doing what he does best as he begins to make his mark at Nottingham Forest.
One defeat in 11 games has taken Forest to 33 points in the Championship, five points clear of the relegation zone in 16th place.
Speaking after the 0-0 draw against Bournemouth, Holloway told the EFL on Quest show he feels Reds boss Hughton will continue to keep Forest on an upward curve.
"It's what Chris does. Given time he gets it right almost every time. It's been a difficult job," he said.
"They've spent a lot of money and not got there. There's the disappointment for Nottingham Forest fans of not going up. They've been so close so many times. They've got the right man in charge."
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Forest face competition for League One striker
Nottingham Forest look set to face major competition should they pursue a summer deal for Plymouth Argyle striker Luke Jephcott.
The 21-year-old has hit 18 goals in 29 appearances this season, putting him on the radar of a number of clubs, with Forest having been linked with a bid last month.
Now The Sun, say Derby County, Stoke City and Sheffield Wednesday are among eight clubs to to show an interest in the Wales Under-21 international.
Plymouth boss Ryan Lowe admits there has been ‘a few inquiries’ about the 21-year-old striker but that they went no further than that. in the January transfer window.
League One side Argyle were under no financial pressure to consider selling Jephcott and Lowe made it clear that clubs would be wasting their time in making offers.
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Worrall displays shows Forest should be braced for bids
Joe Worrall has amassed a reputation as one of the best centre-backs in the Championship which has been owed to a series of excellent performances.
And on the day he helped Forest tick off another point against a Bournemouth side chasing an instant return to the Premier League, a club legend was quick to acknowledge his importance.
“I think since Joe has got back in the team they have looked a lot better,” said Viv Anderson who knew a thing or two about playing at centre-back.
Speculation about Worrall’s future has been inevitable as a result of his recent form amid reports that Burnley and West Brom are potential destinations in the summer.
And judging by the level of quality he is demonstrating right now, Forest should brace themselves for a few unwelcome phone calls once the transfer window reopens.
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